North Hampton Public Library is proud to host a number of exciting adult programming in addition to our monthly Book Clubs and ongoing programs. Read more about upcoming events below!
Looking for Youth events? Visit the Children or Teens pages!
Create your own story and unearth your talents in the layers of Earth below the library by participating in our Unearth Your Talent Coloring Contest this summer! From June 1st to August 14th, patrons are encouraged to let their imagination run wild and submit a beautiful artistic creation in one of 5 categories (ages 2-4, ages 5-7, ages 8-10, ages 11-15, and ages 15+ ) for a chance to win a $50 gift card from Water Street Bookstore! Gift cards will be awarded in each category.
Following submissions on August 14th and the hanging of the art in our Program Room, we will hold an art reception where winners will be announced, gift cards awarded, and light refreshments served! We encourage all artists and patrons to join us at the reception to enjoy the community’s art!!
Coloring Contest Dates: Monday, June 1, 2026 to Friday, August 14th, 2026
Reception Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Reception Time: 4:30 to 6:30 PM
Reception Location: North Hampton Public Library | 239 Atlantic Avenue, North Hampton, NH 03862
Questions? Email Emily at programming.nhpl@gmail.com or Katy at youthlibrariannhpl@gmail.com
*Prizes and refreshments for this program have been generously sponsored by the Friends of North Hampton Public Library*
Unearth tales of pirates, shipwrecks, and material culture through the lens of sea glass with North Hampton Public Library and Throwback Brewery!
Discover the irresistible allure of beachcombing along New England’s storied coastline, where whispers of 16th-century shipwrecks and pirates still linger in the sand. Historian and folklorist Roxie Zwicker explores what sea glass is, how it forms, and how to successfully find and identify these ocean-worn treasures. Drawing from her remarkable collection of more than 4,000 pieces—some dating back to the 17th century—she brings each find to life with dramatic, history-rich stories that reveal how these artifacts made their journey into the sea. Along the way, pick up practical tips and tricks to begin your own beachcombing adventures with a sharper eye and a deeper appreciation for the past.
Event Date: Thursday, July 9th, 2026
Event Time: 6:00 to 7:30 PM
Event Location: Throwback Brewery | 7 Hobbs Road, North Hampton, NH 03862
Important Event Information:
– Registration is REQUIRED for this event! Please register here.
– This event is FREE! Due to Throwback Brewery being a restaurant, delicious drinks and amazing food are available for purchase as well! Roxie’s book, New England Sea Glass, will also be available for sale.
– This event is intended for adults (18+ years old).
– Roxie Zwicker has been connecting with the spirit world for as long as she can remember, transforming a lifelong gift into a vibrant career rooted in curiosity, compassion, and community. A gifted intuitive and reader for more than 25 years, Roxie has spent over 15 years teaching and speaking on metaphysical topics throughout New England, helping others explore the unseen with confidence and clarity. Her empowering readings are known for offering insight, comfort, and a deeper sense of connection.
– Throwback is a small, inspired brewery, farm, and restaurant dedicated to crafting delicious, farm-fresh beers and food from local ingredients. While the name Throwback really represents our nod to the past, it also has a second meaning, which is throwing back a beer with friends and celebrating the good times.
Questions?
– North Hampton Public Library: Email Emily at programming.nhpl@gmail.com or call her at (603) 457-7983
– Throwback Brewery: Call the team at (603) 379-2317
– Roxie Zwicker: Email Roxie at roxiezwicker@gmail.com
What can archaeology tell us about people who lived in Seacoast NH? From Abenaki fishers, to colonial merchants, to families who came to Portsmouth to work at the Naval Shipyard, the objects they left behind help us connect with everyday people of the past. Presented by Strawbery Banke Archaeologist, Dr. Alexandra Martin, see examples of historic belongings and hear stories of Indigenous people, enslaved Africans, and 20th-century matriarchs whose stories shaped the region we know today.
Event Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Event Time: 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Event Location: North Hampton Public Library | 239 Atlantic Avenue, North Hampton, NH 03862
Presenter Bio: Dr. Alexandra Martin is the Archaeologist at Strawbery Banke Museum in Portsmouth, NH. She conducts research at the museum and is responsible for a collection of over one million artifacts. She is also an adjunct faculty member in the Anthropology department and coordinator of the Native American and Indigenous Studies minor program at the University of New Hampshire. Martin is a TEDx speaker and has published about her research in various books, journals, and newsletters. Martin holds degrees in Anthropology from Mount Holyoke College and the College of William & Mary.
Questions? Please email Emily at programming.nhpl@gmail.com or Dr. Martin at amartin@sbmuseum.org
*This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of North Hampton Public Library*
Discover New Hampshire’s geologic history with the Southeastern New Hampshire Mineral Club!
Join us as we take a peek at the gems and minerals below our feet here in the Granite State and learn about the Seacoast’s history from knowledgeable collectors. Ask questions, handle rocks, and learn about mineralogy and geosciences during this engaging local history presentation!
Learn more about SE-NH Mineral Club here.
Event Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Event Time: 5:30 to 6:30 PM
Event Location: North Hampton Public Library | 239 Atlantic Avenue, North Hampton, NH 03862
Questions? Please email Emily at programming.nhpl@gmail.com
*This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of North Hampton Public Library*
Calling all novice and expert crafters!
Join us each month as we tackle a unique craft, explore new techniques and mediums, and create a community of like-minded makers!
July’s craft is Handmade paper!
Event Dates:
– Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 at 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
– Wednesday, July 29th, 2026 at 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Event Location: Program Room | NHPL
Questions?: Email Emily at programming.nhpl@gmail.com or call her at (603) 457-7983.
*This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of North Hampton Public Library*
Are you looking to preserve your family’s history?
Sign up for a one-on-one sessions where NHPL’s staff will teach you how to digitize your photos and documents using our in-house Epson Perfection scanner. This event is free for all and will begin your journey of conserving your most treasured memories and the physical objects associated with them.
Registration required here.
Event Dates:
– Tuesday, August 11th, 2026 at 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
– Wednesday, August 12th, 2026 at 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Event Location: North Hampton Public Library | 239 Atlantic Avenue, North Hampton, NH 03862
Questions? Email Emily at programming.nhpl@gmail.com